Meaning of the word zenith in English

What does zenith mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

zenith

US /ˈziː.nɪθ/
UK /ˈzen.ɪθ/
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Noun

1.

the time at which something is most powerful or successful

Example:
The Roman Empire reached its zenith in the 2nd century AD.
Her career reached its zenith when she won the Oscar.
2.

the point in the sky or celestial sphere directly above an observer

Example:
At noon, the sun was at its zenith.
The astronomer pointed his telescope directly at the zenith.